Application Services Software Engineer
About the role We are seeking an Application Services Software Engineer to build software and support automation of mission-critical workflows to enhance scalability and system efficiency of Forterra’s corporate systems. This role involves designing, deploying, and maintaining software. workflows, automations of business process, scalability of systems and tooling in support of Business and Engineering teams. As a Software Engineer on the Application Services team, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and require technical expertise in software APIs, Power Automate, scripting and ideally Microsoft 365 GCC High, with a strong knowledge of IT systems and operations. What you'll do Design, build, and maintain internal applications, APIs, automations, and integrations for Forterra’s business systems. Develop solutions using C#, .NET, SQL, PowerShell, and related Microsoft technologies. Build and support integrations between systems such as ERP, PLM, HR, Finance, Engineering, and Operations platforms. Automate manual or repetitive workflows using code, scripts, Power Automate, and system APIs. Partner with Engineering, HR, Finance, Operations, IT, and Security to understand requirements and deliver scalable solutions. Create tooling that improves access management, reporting, data quality, and operational efficiency. Support secure development and system administration practices in a regulated environment. Troubleshoot issues across applications, integrations, data flows, permissions, and operating systems. Document solutions, support handoff, and help establish maintainable engineering practices for Application Services. Stay up to date with the latest security technologies, trends, and best practices and make recommendations for improving the organization's security posture
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field or equivalent experience. Minimum 2 - 3 years of software engineering, systems integration, DevOps, business systems, and/or internal tools experience. Strong experience with C#, .NET, APIs, scripting, and SQL or relational databases. Experience building or supporting internal applications, automation, integrations, or business systems. Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Power Platform, or enterprise identity/access systems. Ability to troubleshoot across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments. Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with non-technical business stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to take ambiguous business problems and deliver practical, maintainable technical solutions. Experience working in Agile, DevOps, startup, defense, government, or regulated environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Generative AI experience using Anthropic or OpenAI tooling M365 GCC High experience. Azure Government experience. Blazor experience. Finance, HR, Operations, or Engineering business process knowledge. Power Automate / Power Apps experience. PowerShell experience. Demonstrated track record of high ownership, strong collaboration, innovative problem-solving, and high-quality execution across cross-functional projects. US Salary Range $105,000 — $135,000 Location Remote The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra’s overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including: Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents. Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents. Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December. Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year. A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption. A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend. Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires. 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%. Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process. CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances: click here. Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in all personnel practices. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran and disability status, and criminal history, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Forterra is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. To see Forterra’s candidate data privacy policy, please visit Forterra Legal | Job Applicant Privacy Notice.